Breathing is something we do every day but don’t necessarily think about. However, there are a lot of benefits to consciously thinking about our breathing rhythms. At Biltmore Wellness, we take a holistic approach to healing and stress relief. If you are experiencing stress and anxiety at work, here are four breathing exercises you can practice in the workplace to help you relax. Reach out to us today to start improving your overall corporate wellness.
4 Beneficial Breathing Exercises Practiced in the Workplace
Lengthening Your Exhale
When you exhale, simply consciously lengthening your exhale can improve your body’s ability to relax and recoup. This is a great exercise to do in your office as it can be done in any position from sitting to lying down and standing.
Belly Breathing
Belly breathing is the practice of forcing your belly to extend out from your body when you breathe instead of letting your chest rise and fall. This strengthens your diaphragm and can make it easier for your body to breathe. If you are looking to improve your wellness, Biltmore Wellness provides some of the best yoga and pilates classes in Phoenix.
Resonant Breathing
Resonant breathing is the process of breathing in for six seconds without fully filling your lungs, and exhaling for six seconds without forcing the exhale. This is a great exercise to destress and can be done for up to ten minutes.
Breath Focus
Breath focus is the process of focusing on your breathing. During this exercise, breathe normally but focus on the feeling of the air entering your lungs, your belly and chest expanding, and the feeling of the air leaving your body. This exercise might be the simplest of the four exercises, but it has powerful relaxing effects.
If you are attempting to relax at work or improve your business’ corporate wellness, doing or encouraging the practice of these breathing exercises is a great way to help yourself or your employees relax. Looking for further wellness benefits? Check out the yoga and pilates classes taught by Biltmore Wellness today!